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Fury annihilates Wilder in heavyweight title rematch

Fury annihilates Wilder in heavyweight title rematch

Rediff.com23 Feb 2020

In the highly-anticipated super fight rematch between the two titans, Tyson Fury took control late in the first round and never relinquished it, knocking down Deontay Wilder twice and bloodying him en route to the referee stopping the fight in the seventh where Wilder's corner threw in the towel.

PIX: Aashka Goradia weds Brent Goble

PIX: Aashka Goradia weds Brent Goble

Rediff.com2 Dec 2017

Congratulations, Aashka-Brent!

Look who's cuddling Asin's baby girl :)

Look who's cuddling Asin's baby girl :)

Rediff.com25 Oct 2017

Asin and Rahul Sharma welcome their first child!

WATCH: Team India's new fielding drill for World Cup

WATCH: Team India's new fielding drill for World Cup

Rediff.com30 May 2019

Fielding coach R Sridhar is aiming for improvement in the conversion rate for direct throws to effect more run outs in the World Cup.

Best mind-reader game has ever seen: Nehra on Dhoni

Best mind-reader game has ever seen: Nehra on Dhoni

Rediff.com17 Aug 2020

When Dhoni arrived in Indian cricket, he wasn't a gym person but had an incredibly strong lower body as he played badminton and football regularly.

PIX: Candid moments from Asin-Rahul's GRAND wedding

PIX: Candid moments from Asin-Rahul's GRAND wedding

Rediff.com25 Jan 2016

We give you an inside peek!

Brilliant Van Niekerk smashes 400m world record

Brilliant Van Niekerk smashes 400m world record

Rediff.com15 Aug 2016

Wayde van Niekerk of South Africa won the men's 400 metres gold in a world record time of 43.03 seconds at the Rio Olympic Games on Sunday.

'The Manchester United-Solskjaer combine can achieve anything'

'The Manchester United-Solskjaer combine can achieve anything'

Rediff.com7 Mar 2019

Manchester United's interim manager, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has been hailed by the Norwegian press and his former United captain and teammate Gary Neville expects him to get the job on a permanent basis this month: "I'll be surprised if Solskjaer is not awarded the job during the international break (in March)."

After Ozil's remarks, would Arsenal suffer?

After Ozil's remarks, would Arsenal suffer?

Rediff.com17 Dec 2019

Ozil called minority Uighur Muslims 'warriors who resist persecution', has not gone down well with China. China is EPL's most lucrative overseas market. Could Arsenal suffer fallout?

'BJP should have shown grace to Advaniji'

'BJP should have shown grace to Advaniji'

Rediff.com25 Mar 2019

'They should have offered a ticket for his constituency to Advaniji's daughter Pratibha or son Jayant. But, of course, that is too much to expect.'

I Love You, Man is funnier in DVD

I Love You, Man is funnier in DVD

Rediff.com4 Sep 2009

The additional scenes and gags surely enhance the pleasure, making this as one of the must-see guilty pleasures of the season.

Will Hassan Rowhani change Iran's equations with the world?

Will Hassan Rowhani change Iran's equations with the world?

Rediff.com20 Jun 2013

While one is not anticipating a sea change in Iranian politics, in Hassan Rowhani, Iran may have found a President who will, at the very least, be less verbally aggressive than the outgoing Mahmoud Ahmadinejad. There is a strong possibility that he will work towards changing Iran's relations with the world, says Arfa Khanum Sherwani.

Is Hamilton in same league as F1 legend Senna?

Is Hamilton in same league as F1 legend Senna?

Rediff.com23 Apr 2019

"The comparison? I see still Ayrton winning the game because in the end Ayrton was such a charming guy and a personality. And obviously if someone loses his life and stays with us in the way of a legend, it's always something special. But I try to see it from a performance point and from a performance point, Lewis is going from one pole position to the next one and Lewis is going from one race win to the next one. Just like Ayrton did."

The Royal Wedding: What we know so far

The Royal Wedding: What we know so far

Rediff.com17 May 2018

All the details from the biggest wedding of the year.

Two Tests, twin landmarks... Dhoni proves himself twice over

Two Tests, twin landmarks... Dhoni proves himself twice over

Rediff.com6 Mar 2013

In beating Australia comprehensively in the first two Tests of the ongoing series, MS Dhoni, while silencing his many critics, has confirmed that, at present, he is the best man to lead India, says Bikash Mohapatra.

Dhoni should give up India T20 and CSK captaincy: Dravid

Dhoni should give up India T20 and CSK captaincy: Dravid

Rediff.com10 Jan 2013

Former India batting great Rahul Dravid believes Mahendra Singh Dhoni is still the best man to lead India in Test cricket but needs to give up the India T20 and Chennai Super Kings captaincies because "it is making him stale".

Few failures won't make Dhoni a bad captain: Bari

Few failures won't make Dhoni a bad captain: Bari

Rediff.com28 Dec 2012

There has been a lot of speculations about his future as India captain after 10 Test losses in recent times, but former Pakistan wicketkeeper Wasim Bari feels that Mahendra Singh Dhoni is still the best man to lead his country.

Benedict Cumberbatch marries Sophie Hunter

Benedict Cumberbatch marries Sophie Hunter

Rediff.com16 Feb 2015

Cumberbatch's Sherlock costar Martin Freeman, who plays Dr Watson in the hit BBC show, was best man at the wedding.

SPOTTED! Andy Murray at Camp Nou

SPOTTED! Andy Murray at Camp Nou

Rediff.com22 Apr 2015

Britain's No 1 tennis player Andy Murray watched Neymar score twice.

Gerrard would be perfect England captain: Rooney

Gerrard would be perfect England captain: Rooney

Rediff.com12 Feb 2012

Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney has put aside club rivalry by stating that Liverpool's Steven Gerrard would be the best man to lead England at Euro 2012.

#RIPKarunanidhi: 'No man can achieve what he did'

#RIPKarunanidhi: 'No man can achieve what he did'

Rediff.com7 Aug 2018

'End of an era! Kalaignar was such an essential part of the fabric of Chennai and Tamil Nadu. All of us who've lived there will feel an inexplicable loss.'

Joining Cong was not overnight decision: Shatrughan

Joining Cong was not overnight decision: Shatrughan

Rediff.com7 Apr 2019

He said he has always held the Congress and the Nehru-Gandhi family in high-esteem.

PHOTO: William and Kate's first public kiss!

PHOTO: William and Kate's first public kiss!

Rediff.com29 Apr 2011

Kate and William, now the Duchess and Duke of Cambridge pose in the balcony of the Buckingham Palace

Dhoni can fight back form blues: former players

Dhoni can fight back form blues: former players

Rediff.com9 Aug 2011

India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni may be showing the first signs of buckling under pressure but the wicketkeeper-batsman remains the best man for the job, according to former players.

Before Fight of the Century, Mayweather, Pacquiao downplay animosity

Before Fight of the Century, Mayweather, Pacquiao downplay animosity

Rediff.com30 Apr 2015

Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao appeared more focussed on conserving energy and downplaying animosity.

Princes in uniforms: Who looks better?

Princes in uniforms: Who looks better?

Rediff.com29 Apr 2011

Prince Harry and Prince William appeared at the Royal Wedding wearing military uniforms. We ask you who looks better in them -- the groom or the Best Man!

'Pursue with current players, they will deliver in next World Cup'

'Pursue with current players, they will deliver in next World Cup'

Rediff.com1 Apr 2015

Impressed by India's good showing in the cricket World Cup, former India coach Anshuman Gaekwad believes that if the current lot of players is persisted with they will deliver in the ICC's next 50-over showpiece event in England.

Narsingh's Rio participation in doubt after WADA rejects 'clean chit'

Narsingh's Rio participation in doubt after WADA rejects 'clean chit'

Rediff.com16 Aug 2016

The World Anti Doping Agency has rejected the National Anti Doping Panel verdict on wrestler Narsingh Yadav after he was given a clean chit to compete in Rio Olympic Games, according to reports on Monday.

Tye knows he is a T20 specialist but still dreams of the Baggy Green

Tye knows he is a T20 specialist but still dreams of the Baggy Green

Rediff.com7 May 2018

A late bloomer, Tye has gone on to become an integral part of Australia's T20 set-up after making his international debut in January, 2016, at the age of 29.

Will Nandan Nilekani return to Infosys?

Will Nandan Nilekani return to Infosys?

Rediff.com24 Aug 2017

Co-founder Nilekani could take the role of non-executive chairman, becoming a bridge between the board and Murthy, reports Ayan Pramanik.

Ponting better captain than Waugh: Chappell

Ponting better captain than Waugh: Chappell

Rediff.com23 Aug 2009

A lacklustre Australia maybe on the brink of losing the Ashes urn to England but Ricky Ponting, a superior skipper than his predecessor Steve Waugh, is still the best man to lead the side in Tests, according to former captain Ian Chappell. Chappell felt the selectors sold Ponting down the river, picking an all-pace attack for the unresponsive pitch at The Oval and blaming Ponting for the debacle would be barking up the wrong tree.

Gayle to lead Stanford Superstars

Gayle to lead Stanford Superstars

Rediff.com11 Oct 2008

West Indies captain Chris Gayle has been named captain of Stanford Superstars, which will face England in the 20-million-dollar Stanford Twenty20 match on November 1. The left-hand opening batsman will have Antigua and Barbuda captain Sylvester Joseph as his deputy.

Sunil Salunke's selfie moment with Rahul Gandhi

Sunil Salunke's selfie moment with Rahul Gandhi

Rediff.com16 Jan 2016

Here's how a young engineering student caught Rahul Gandhi's attention when he visited the Xavier's College of Engineering in suburban Mahim.

Dean Jones favourite to become Pakistan's new coach

Dean Jones favourite to become Pakistan's new coach

Rediff.com14 Apr 2016

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has made up its mind to appoint former Australia batsman Dean Jones as chief coach of the Pakistan cricket team.

Delhi encounter: Police inspector dies in hospital

Delhi encounter: Police inspector dies in hospital

Rediff.com19 Sep 2008

Delhi Police Special Cell Inspector Mohan Chand Sharma died in hospital on Friday after receiving several bullet injuries during an encounter with terrorists in south Delhi earlier in the day.

ICC chief Manohar slams 'bullying' by 'Big Three'

ICC chief Manohar slams 'bullying' by 'Big Three'

Rediff.com26 Nov 2015

International Cricket Council (ICC) chairman Shashank Manohar has flayed the imbalance of power within the governing body and criticised last year's revamp which, he believes, allows India, England and Australia to "bully" the organisation.

Man's need and greed in God's playground

Man's need and greed in God's playground

Rediff.com25 Jun 2008

These men are on their way up to collect what they call keeda jadi, which is basically a kind of caterpillar mummified by a fungal infection found at altitudes between 3,000 and 5,000 metres, which goes by the scientific name of cordyceps sinensis, a prized ingredient in traditional Chinese medicine, and most reports say it sells at prices more expensive than gold.

EPL weekend: In-form Spurs eying United scalp

EPL weekend: In-form Spurs eying United scalp

Rediff.com26 Oct 2017

Saturday's clash between Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur at Old Trafford is already shaping up as an early-season eliminator to challenge runaway leaders Manchester City for the Premier League title.

Delhi road named after Pramod Mahajan

Delhi road named after Pramod Mahajan

Rediff.com30 Oct 2007

A road in Delhi was on Tuesday named after slain Bharatiya Janata Party leader Pramod Mahajan on his 59th birth anniversary.

English FA back Platini's FIFA presidency bid

English FA back Platini's FIFA presidency bid

Rediff.com30 Jul 2015

The English FA have thrown their weight behind Michel Platini's bid to succeed Sepp Blatter as FIFA president.